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VN53 RFJ

2003 MG Zt

Grey Diesel 1951cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

122,226 mi
Last recorded122,226 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2013
Typical for 2003 MG Zt72,493 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN53 RFJ
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,951cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2013 122,226 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pipes greased

Fail 12 Dec 2012 116,750 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pipes coated in grease

Pass 12 Dec 2012 116,750 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pipes coated in grease

Pass 20 Dec 2011 111,219 miles

Brake pipes coated with grease.

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 Dec 2010 105,661 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

brake pipes greased

Pass 26 Nov 2009 99,966 miles

UNDERTRAY FITTED.

Pass 28 Nov 2008 93,760 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Dec 2007 85,969 miles

N/S/F INNER C/V GAITER SMALL HOLE REAR BRAKE DISCS RUSTED

Pass 16 Dec 2006 75,961 miles

How Reliable is the MG Zt?

Based on 193,197 MOT tests across 13,994 vehicles.

71.1%
Pass Rate
5,885
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
13,994
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,540
Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,201
Registration plate lamp not working 6,690
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6,389
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 3,593
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VN53 RFJ is a 2003 MG Zt in Grey with a 1,951cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2003 MG Zt models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 72,493 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Zt fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9,540 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VN53 RFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Zt typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this MG Zt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VN53 RFJ registered?

VN53 RFJ is a 2003 MG Zt, first registered on 18 December 2003.

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